Ludwig 14 x 6.5 Black Beauty Millennium Snare Drum w/Brass Hardware

One of the primary reasons Ludwig is among the most famous names in drums, is due to the legendary Black Beauty Snare Drum. The Ludwig Black Beauty brass shell is constructed of a single sheet of brass that is machine drawn and spun into a seamless beaded drum, then black nickel plated with a beautifully exquisite finish. The shell provides a warm, round metallic tone. This snare comes with the P86 Millennium strainer provides an upgraded look and more heavy duty throw off, which gives this Black Beauty superb response with excellent sensitivity at all volumes. It features all Brass hardware with Tube style lugs, Die-Cast hoops, and a Smooth Brass shell. The 70 year tradition of the Ludwig Black Beauty carries on as the ultimate snare drum in the industry. Optional upgrades are available for this drum. If you choose an upgrade, the new parts will be installed on the drum. The original part(s) will not be included. For example, if you choose the die-cast hoops upgrade, you will not receive the original triple-flange hoops. Please contact us to upgrade this snare drum 901-276-2328.